SCST congratulates Hong Kong, China athletes for obtaining historic achievements at 12th NGD and 9th NSOG
The 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities (NGD) and the 9th National Special Olympic Games (NSOG) concluded today (December 15). The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, was glad that the Hong Kong, China Delegation has made remarkable achievements across various events, capturing a total of 140 medals, comprising 51 gold, 49 silver and 40 bronze.
Miss Rosanna Law, Photo source: FB of Rosanna Law
Miss Law said, "The Delegation that participated in this year's NGD and NSOG is the largest to date, and achieved an impressive medal tally. This marks Hong Kong's best performance in the history at the NGD and NSOG, with a record number of medals. Our athletes demonstrated exceptional professionalism, achieved breakthroughs, and set multiple national records. I am deeply proud of their outstanding performances in different events which have brought glory to Hong Kong. I believe the extraordinary determination and perseverance of our athletes with disabilities in achieving such remarkable results will bring more positive energy to our society.
"I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Hong Kong Sports Institute, the China Hong Kong Paralympic Committee, the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China, relevant national sports associations and sports organisations, the coaching teams, medical personnel and support staff, as well as members of the public who cheered for our athletes and supported them both on and off the field."
Miss Law said that the 15th National Games, the 12th NGD and the 9th NSOG have successfully concluded, but the spirit of sportsmanship endures. It was a great honour for Hong Kong to co-host this highest-level national multisport event alongside Guangdong and Macao. From planning to implementation, Hong Kong has fully demonstrated its capability in organising mega sports events through its close collaboration with Guangdong and Macao. This ensured the smooth running of the competitions, created unforgettable experiences for spectators, and propelled Hong Kong's sports development to new heights.
The Hong Kong Delegation shines at 12th NGD and 9th NSOG, Photo source: news.gov.hk
Hong Kong Customs detects drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport
Hong Kong Customs yesterday (May 9) detected a drug trafficking case involving passenger at Hong Kong International Airport and seized about 2.25 kilograms of suspected heroin, four tablets of suspected Viagra and 26 sticks of duty-not-paid cigarette, with a total estimated market value of about $1.4 million. A man was arrested.
A 61-year-old male passenger arrived in Hong Kong from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia yesterday. During customs clearance, Customs officers found a total of about 2.25 kg of suspected heroin in his check-in suitcase, and four tablets of suspected Viagra and 26 sticks of duty-not-paid cigarette in his carry-on backpack. The man was subsequently arrested.
The arrested person has been charged with one count of trafficking in a dangerous drug, one count of possession of Part 1 poison, one count of possession of dutiable goods and one count of failing to declare to a member of the Customs and Excise Service the possession of dutiable goods. The case will bebrought up at the West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts tomorrow (May 11).
Customs will continue to step up enforcement against drug trafficking activities through intelligence analysis. The department also reminds members of the public to stay alert and not participate in drug trafficking activities for monetary return. They must not accept hiring or delegation from another party to carry controlled items into and out of Hong Kong. They are also reminded not to carry unknown items for other people.
Customs will continue to apply a risk assessment approach and focus on selecting passengers from high-risk regions for clearance to combat transnational drug trafficking activities.
Under the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance, trafficking in a dangerous drug is a serious offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $5 million and life imprisonment.
Under the Pharmacy and Poisons Ordinance, any person who possesses any poison included in Part 1 of the Poisons List other than in accordance with provisions commits an offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $100,000 and imprisonment for two years.
Under the Dutiable Commodities Ordinance, any person who imports, possesses, sells or buys dutiable commodities without a valid licence commits an offence. The maximum penalty upon conviction is a fine of $1 million and imprisonment for two years.
Members of the public may report any suspected drug trafficking activities to Customs' 24-hour hotline 182 8080 or its dedicated crime-reporting email account (crimereport@customs.gov.hk) or online form (eform.cefs.gov.hk/form/ced002).
Hong Kong Customs detects drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
Hong Kong Customs detects drug trafficking case involving incoming passenger at airport Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases
